This Week in Chicago History: Brookfield Zoo, Streeterville, and the Sears Tower

from Bob Sirott · host wgnradio.com

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the capture of Chance the Snapper, how the Sears Tower became the Willis Tower, the opening of Brookfield Zoo, and more.

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